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MnCIFA news

The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority is a publicly accountable financing authority, 
commonly known in other states as a “green bank.” 

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Recent news

Recent articles on LinkedIn.

The team at the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority appreciates the work by Fresh Energy, especially Isak Kvam's communications on the story of our short history and its impact.

Welcome to three new members to MnCIFA team who each bring valuable experience and new energy to our work in clean energy.   

In the past months, news and actions at the federal level have increasingly targeted community members within Minnesota, particularly those in the Latine, Somali and disability communities. As a State Agency, we are unwavering in our commitment to equity and inclusion.

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Press releases

Press release archive

Press release news title
Board of Directors approves 2-year strategic plan and investment strategy
Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority approves first loan: $4.7 million for an innovative clean energy system at The Heights redevelopment on the east side of Saint Paul
Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority issues RFI in first step to accelerate clean energy projects for historically underserved communities